Reina
ray-EE-nuh
Reina is the Spanish word for “queen,” derived from the Latin regina, itself from rex meaning “king.” As a given name it carries an explicitly regal meaning that places the bearer in a tradition of power and dignity.
The name has been in continuous use in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, where it serves both as a given name and as a term of endearment. It is especially common in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Venezuela.
Reina sits at its all-time SSA peak: No. 553 in 2024 with 547 births. Its rise reflects the growing presence of Spanish names in US naming culture.
What the name Reina means
The name is used by families who want to give their daughter an overtly powerful meaning in a single word. It appears in numerous songs, telenovelas, and cultural references as both a name and an endearment.
Two syllables — RAY-nah — with stress on the first beat. The name is short, strong, and dignified, with a clear meaning that requires no explanation in Spanish-speaking contexts.
Parents choosing Reina often want a name that announces its meaning directly — a name that says queen without any etymological research required.
Variants include Reyna (an alternate Spanish spelling, also in the US top 600), Regina (the Latin form), and Raina. All share the same queen root.
US popularity over time
Numerology and symbolism
Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.
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